Head of Procurement & Supply Chain – Manufacturing / FMCG

Location: Office-based (North London / Hertfordshire)

Salary: up to £65,000

Type: Full-time, Permanent

A leading manufacturer of globally distributed consumer products is seeking a commercially driven Head of Procurement & Supply Chain. This hands-on leadership role covers end-to-end supply chain: forecasting, planning (MRP/MPS), procurement, inbound logistics, inventory, and supplier performance. You’ll own the data and parameters that drive the plan and be responsible for delivering service, cost, and working capital improvements.

The Role

Lead S&OP process and convert demand into a clear, time-phased supply plan
Own MRP/MPS setup and parameters in Microsoft Business Central
Manage procurement strategy, supplier performance, and cost control
Oversee inbound logistics, customs, and freight
Improve inventory accuracy, stock turns, and aged stock exposure
Support NPD through sourcing, feasibility checks, and vendor onboarding
Rationalise SKUs and manage slow-mover actions
Maintain clean master data (items, BOMs, vendors, routings)
Collaborate with Commercial, Finance, NPD, and Ops to align supply with demand
Build and lead a small supply chain team with clear processes and accountability

What You’ll Need

7 years in supply chain or procurement within manufacturing or FMCG
Advanced knowledge of MRP/MPS and ERP systems (ideally Business Central)
Strong track record in supply planning, supplier negotiation, and logistics
Confident with Excel and data-driven decision-making
Commercially sharp and comfortable challenging assumptions constructively
Experience with Amazon or other retail/e-commerce channels is a plus

Why Apply

High-ownership role with direct impact on service, cost, and inventory
Shape planning and procurement processes in a growing, global business
Join a commercially aware, operationally focused leadership team
Competitive salary with clear scope for progression

To apply, send your CV to shayce@pearsoncarter.com or call 0191 406 6111 for a confidential conversation.

Head of Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, FMCG, S&OP, MRP, MPS, Microsoft Business Central, ERP, Supplier Negotiation, Inbound Logistics, Inventory Management, Stock Accuracy, SKU Rationalisation, Slow-Mover Management, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision Making, Commercially Minded, Team Leadership, NPD, Vendor Onboarding, Cost Control, Working Capital, Amazon, E-commerce, Retail, Planning, Supply Planning, Logistics, Customs, Freight, Warehouse Control, Continuous Improvement

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